MUST READ 6 Things Microsoft Must Do In 2013 By Paul McDougall This could be a make or break year as Microsoft looks to establish itself in mobile, cloud and other hot new markets while fending off challenges to its Windows franchise.
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NASA Details 2013 Plans NASA plans continued exploration of Mars and the night sky, continued missions to the International Space Station, and numerous satellite and spacecraft missions.
5 Cloud App Trends To Expect In 2013 We'll see more mobile options and embedded analytics, of course, but surprises will include growth in financial apps and big-data insights.
5 Data Center Trends For 2013 Energy efficiency will continue to be a major focus of data center operations over the coming year, but that's not all we'll see.
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Windows 8 and BYOD, Embrace the Trend Mobile devices that are entering the market and workplace need to strike a balance between security and usability. This white paper reveals how Dell's new Windows 8 devices have been designed from the ground up with BYOD in mind. Find out how they embrace both personal and professional needs of end users and IT needs. Download Now (Registration Required)
12 Best iPhone, iPad Apps Of 2012 You already know about Skype, Instagram and Angry Birds. Check out these business-friendly iPhone and iPad apps you may not have tried, plus an amusing diversion or two.
How To Outsource Your Life With Exec BYTE tried out Exec's business concierge service at the W Hotel, for only $25/hour. Exec co-founder and CEO Justin Kan appeared on InformationWeek's Valley View to give us a deeper dive into the tech driving the service and how he plans to expand. Watch
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